July, 2013

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How to Break into Project Management

Guerrilla Project Management

Here is how you break into Project Management: First, some unpleasant truths: Nobody hires an entry level PM or a Junior PM. These types of positions are given to internal employees who are trusted and only to lead projects that are not high visibility/high exposure. There is just too much risk for managers when they.

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Virtual Watercooler Breaks: The Value of Informal Communication in Remote Teams

Wrike

Recently, I came across an interesting study by a well-known German university. It revealed that about 80% of successful ideas created in teams were born from informal conversations, both in co-located and virtual teams. It also stated that in R&D teams, almost 90% of conversations could be described as informal. So, informal communication doesn’t only have psychological value, but is an essential component of innovation.

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002 Think Better and Use Your Strengths to Improve Your Weaknesses: Axiology with Traci Duez

PM for the Masses

I’m glad to bring you episode 2 of the PM for the Masses Podcast! Have you ever wondered what axiology is? Me neither. However, my guest today has convinced me that it is one the most powerful tools for one’s personal success. Being the Project Manager for a small company, I often felt like I […]. The post 002 Think Better and Use Your Strengths to Improve Your Weaknesses: Axiology with Traci Duez appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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PM for the Masses Podcast: Introduction

PM for the Masses

After months of planning and preparation, I am so thrilled to launch the PM for the Masses Podcast. The ribbon is officially cut! On this episode “zero” I introduce myself and tell you what this show is all about. I would love it if you would subscribe to the show in iTunes using this link. […]. The post PM for the Masses Podcast: Introduction appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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Understand Digital Debt, Form a Team, Set Goals, and Plan Roadmap for Transformation

Understanding digital debt is crucial before digital transformation. Assemble a team to assess internal operations, market pressures, and digital debt's impact. Define future digital vision with measurable goals. Refine hypotheses and conduct market analysis. Develop a roadmap for transformation with defined projects, cost estimates, and governance.

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Peter Taylor’s New Book, Sponsored by Wrike, Looks at Humor as Key to Project Success

Wrike

Have you ever noticed how a good laugh at work improves the mood and team spirit, boosts your energy, and defuses tension? According to our survey with 2,000+ respondents from different industries, a good mood helps 56.9% of employees to be more efficient. Last week marked the release of a whole book devoted to the importance of fun and humor in project management.

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001 Accomplish More While Doing Less with Peter Taylor

PM for the Masses

Welcome to episode 1 of the PM for the Masses Podcast. If I had a storefront for this show I’d be opening the doors right now, rolling out a red carpet to the curb and welcoming each of you with a smile on my face and a cold glass of lemonade. I really want to […]. The post 001 Accomplish More While Doing Less with Peter Taylor appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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004 The Work Breakdown Structure with Margaret Meloni

PM for the Masses

Here we are with episode 4 of the PM for the Masses Podcast! Thank you for listening and for giving me such amazing feedback. I am so happy that the show is resonating with you and that some of you have shared with me that you have been looking forward to new episodes. Thank you […]. The post 004 The Work Breakdown Structure with Margaret Meloni appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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